Chemistry

The Total Synthesis of Tetrodotoxin with Dr. David Konrad The total synthesis of tetrodotoxin, achieved by Dr. David Konrad and collaborators in the Trauner group, involves a highly efficient 22-step...

How Dangerous is Whinks Rust Stain Remover? Whinks Rust Stain Remover contains 1.5%-2% hydrofluoric acid (HF), a chemical known for its toxic properties but used safely at low concentrations in...

Turning Titanium Black: Effective Methods and Challenges Turning titanium black is best achieved through powder coating, which provides a much darker finish than traditional anodizing methods. Anodizing titanium typically yields...

Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) Gas for Odor Removal Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) gas is an effective and safe agent for odor removal, particularly in whole-house treatments, breaking down quickly without leaving harmful...

Removing Carbon Dioxide from the Atmosphere Removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere is a complex challenge due to the vast quantity of CO2 present, the chemical stability of the...

Reaction of Sodium Hydroxide and Aluminum The reaction between sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and aluminum involves the removal of a thin aluminum oxide layer, producing aluminate ions and hydrogen gas. This...